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Express Tribune
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Cast revealed for ‘Legend of Zelda' live-action movie; Hunter Schafer not casted as Zelda
Nintendo and Sony have officially announced the casting for the upcoming live-action adaptation of The Legend of Zelda, set to release in 2027. The announcement, made by Shigeru Miyamoto on Nintendo's social media platforms, revealed that Bo Bragason will portray Princess Zelda, while Benjamin Evan Ainsworth will take on the role of Link. Bragason, a British actress, is known for her performances in BBC One's Three Girls and Disney+'s Renegade Nell. She also starred in The Radleys (2024), a vampire comedy film. Ainsworth, who is also English, has appeared in The Haunting of Bly Manor and voiced Pinocchio in Robert Zemeckis' 2022 live-action adaptation of Pinocchio. His other credits include the Netflix series The Sandman and Son of a Critch. This is Miyamoto. I am pleased to announce that for the live-action film of The Legend of Zelda, Zelda will be played by Bo Bragason-san, and Link by Benjamin Evan Ainsworth-san. I am very much looking forward to seeing both of them on the big screen. (1/2) — 任天堂株式会社 (@Nintendo) July 16, 2025 The movie, directed by Wes Ball, best known for The Maze Runner and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, is being produced by Shigeru Miyamoto and Avi Arad. The film's release was recently delayed from March to May 7, 2027, for production reasons. With the success of Super Mario Bros. Movie generating high expectations, The Legend of Zelda is seen as another key project for Nintendo and Sony in their push for more video game adaptations. While the casting announcement has generated excitement, it also reignited conversations about Hunter Schafer's fans' campaign for her to play Princess Zelda. Schafer, known for her role in Euphoria and the upcoming The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, was widely considered a fan-favorite choice for Zelda. Fans on social media rallied behind her, with viral campaigns advocating for Schafer's ethereal presence to match Zelda's iconic image. hunter schafer get in that audition room now!!!!! — tATE mcrae (@supraboyj) March 28, 2025 However, despite the buzz surrounding her potential casting, Schafer did not land the role. In an interview with Variety, she expressed her enthusiasm for the possibility, saying she would love to take on the role. Yet, the casting decision ultimately went in a different direction, leaving fans disappointed, though hopeful for future projects.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'The Legend of Zelda' movie finds its live-action Princess Zelda and Link
The Legend of Zelda live-action movie has found its two lead stars. And despite what the internet might have you believe, Euphoria's Hunter Schafer isn't one of them. Shigeru Miyamoto, the game designer, producer, and game director at Nintendo, announced over social media Wednesday that young actors Bo Bragason and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth will play the roles of Princess Zelda and Link, respectively. "This is Miyamoto. I am pleased to announce that for the live-action film of The Legend of Zelda, Zelda will be played by Bo Bragason-san, and Link by Benjamin Evan Ainsworth-san," Miyamoto said in a statement. "I am very much looking forward to seeing both of them on the big screen." The official Nintendo account also shared photos of the pair in what look to be the first look at them in costume. British actress Bragason is a relative newcomer, having appeared in episodes of The Jetty and Renegade Nell. She was last seen in King and Conqueror, about William of Normandy and Harold of Wessex. Ainsworth, however, is more known to international audiences. He played a young Miles Wingrave in Mike Flanagan's The Haunting of Hill House follow-up on Netflix, The Haunting of Bly Manor. He also had a role on Netflix's The Sandman early in season 1, and he starred as the voice of Pinocchio in Disney's live-action/CG hybrid movie adaptation. This casting may come as a surprise if you keep track of internet rumors, but such is the way of our online reality. Fans seemed to dream-cast Schafer in the role of Zelda, after which the actress was asked about it on a 2023 red carpet by Entertainment Tonight."I mean, yeah! Obviously. That would be so cool," Schafer said of the suggestion. Online "scoopers" then claimed Schafer was being considered for the Zelda role, though these reports remained unconfirmed. And now here we are. Sony Pictures and Nintendo shifted the release date for The Legend of Zelda live-action movie a few times, and it's now currently scheduled for theaters on May 7, 2027. Wes Ball, who did 2024's Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, will direct. He previously described his vision to Entertainment Weekly, calling it "this awesome fantasy-adventure movie that isn't like Lord of the Rings, it's its own thing. I've always said, I would love to see a live-action Miyazaki. That wonder and whimsy that he brings to things, I would love to see something like that." Read the original article on Entertainment Weekly
Time of India
28-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Washington Capitals stun NHL Draft with bold trade for 6'4" German winger Maxim Schafer
Image via Instagram/schafer_maxim71 The Washington Capitals took a calculated swing on Saturday at the NHL Draft in Las Vegas, moving down in the third round to grab a big-bodied German winger they hope can grow into an NHL-caliber forward. Maxim Schafer, just 18 years old, was their target. The Caps sent Ottawa their No. 93 pick and added a 2027 seventh-rounder in the deal, then used their new spot to grab Schafer—a move that says as much about their draft strategy as it does about the player himself. Washington Capitals trade down in NHL Draft to grab 6'4" German forward Maxim Schafer Maxim Schafer's numbers in Germany's top league don't jump off the page: three points in 31 games for Eisbären Berlin last season. But it's not easy for teenagers to break into pro lineups there at all. What the Capitals liked was the experience against older competition and how he produced when given the chance at the junior level—35 points in 15 games for Berlin's U20 squad. 'He's a big kid who's played meaningful minutes in a men's league already,' one Capitals scout said Saturday in Vegas. 'You watch him with his own age group and you see a completely different player, really confident with the puck.' Internationally, Schafer wore an 'A' for Germany at the Under-18 Worlds and scored three goals in five games. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ready to Live in 3 & 4 BHK from ₹4.65 Cr* in Sec 22 Ambience Creacions, Gurugram Learn More Undo He also got a taste of the Under-20 World Juniors, adding three points in five games while playing up an age group. That combination of leadership and versatility caught the team's eye. 'He handled the U18 captaincy well,' the scout added. 'He's the type of player who rises to the level you ask of him.' How Washington Capitals' NHL Draft plan focuses on European talent and future picks This pick is Washington's third forward and second winger of this draft class, underlining a clear plan to add size and depth up front. NHL Central Scouting had Schafer ranked 102nd among international skaters, making him a bit of a project but with clear upside. By trading back to get him—and picking up an extra late-round pick for the future—the Capitals showed they're thinking long-term. It's also their first German draft pick since Haakon Hanelt in 2021, continuing a pattern of scouting hard in Europe for skill and character. For Washington, Schafer is exactly the kind of swing you take in the middle rounds. He's big, has leadership experience, and if his scoring translates, they'll look back on this trade as one worth making. Also Read: Meredith Gaudreau's emotional NHL Draft speech honoring late husband Johnny moves fans to tears Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Refinery29
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Refinery29
Hunter Schafer On Euphoria Season 3, Injectables & The Power Of Perfume
Ever wondered what Euphoria 's Hunter Schafer smells like? Consider the mystery solved. As the new ambassador for Angel Stellar — the latest addition to Mugler's growing fragrance dynasty — her aura is vibrant (thanks to bergamot), complex (that'll be the pistachio), and bold (courtesy of heady patchouli). Not entirely unlike her iconic character, Jules Vaughn. Of course, it's Schafer herself who logs onto our Zoom call, and besides being the best-dressed celebrity I've ever interviewed (think hooded halter top and plenty of sparkle), she's also probably the most enthusiastic about perfume. As a self-confessed fraghead, I loved diving deeper into what fragrance means to Schafer — and we also talked tired beauty standards, injectables, and Euphoria 's unmatched impact on makeup trends. Huge congrats on your new role with Mugler! If you could make any smell into a perfume, what would it be and why? A candy is always fun — the child part of me wants that! I would say like a gummy bear — I'm a big sucker for gummy bears. Also, my favourite nut is pistachio, which is a huge note in the new Mugler Angel Stellar. The fun thing about fragrance is that it's all about feeling; orienting and elevating yourself in the way that you want to feel — it's nostalgic. I do think there's a lot of poetry that lies in using material resources to create a feeling. What I'm always going for is a radiant femininity or a soft power. This definitely lives in Mugler Angel Stellar. What's your magic number of sprays for that signature soft power? I never want to overdo it, but a nice distribution is always what I go for. I love doing the wrists because I love the glamour of [pressing them together] and then under the neck. Sometimes, if I'm feeling extra fun, I'll do a spray in my hair. I like to concentrate [on] those more powerful areas. Everyone has their way of applying it. I have this vision in my head sometimes of walking past someone I want to make an impression on and my hair leaves a little waft of a fragrance. Do you ever use perfume to spark joy or shift your energy? Sometimes I equate it to what I aim to do with fashion or the clothes I'm wearing. A good analogy is how you feel when you put on a pair of high heels and it changes the way you walk. I think fragrance has a lot of those same sort of superpowers. Whether you want to lean into something that's more sultry and sexy or something more sophisticated and daytime [appropriate], the fun thing about fragrance is that it's emotional and ultimately rooted in feeling, so that can really help boost [my] mood. Is there a smell or a fragrance that's forever tied to a memory? I always think of my mum's perfume and how sweet it was when I was younger. I get little flashbacks of childhood. The sweetness in Mugler Angel Stellar is grounded in more powdery and creamy pistachio, as well as punchy moments with the bergamot and wood. It's fun because you can find those accents, like a sweet fragrance you remember from childhood, in something new and exciting. You know, I've heard some actors use fragrance to help them get into character. It's not something I've tried personally for work, but when it helps evoke a feeling or stepping into some kind of power, there's something about fragrance that helps us play characters in our day-to-day lives. [It's about] being able to jump between more powerful or soft versions of ourselves. Now for some makeup. I noticed that Euphoria season two marked a sharp shift in hair and makeup, from dreamy whimsy to graphic edges. What inspired the change and how did it reflect your character's evolution? That's the fun part of makeup and the show's approach elevates the more surreal factors. We always talk about playing with a level of emotional reality on the show, and in some ways, season two was a lot more dark and raw — although the show overall is relatively dark and raw! But at least for my character, it reflected her headspace. [We thought] about subtle ways to be able to tell that story without saying it in words or actions. Makeup is always an exciting opportunity for storytelling. Which makeup tricks from the show's MUAs, Donni Davy or Alexandra French, have made it into your routine? I definitely learned a lot about glitter! That's something that I have a lot of fun with. Everyone knows we love to do that on Euphoria. It's interesting because it evolves every season and I'm always learning new things about makeup in the makeup trailer. The first season was more playful and more illustrious. There was a certain sensibility. Season two was darker and more geometric. [Season three] is really interesting — we're filming it right now and fleshing out this new space for Jules. Do you ever do your own makeup for scenes? In the first season, I was really hands-on. One of my favourite looks is the clouds that Jules has around her eyes. That was something me and Donni [Davy] came up with together and I helped draw out the clouds. These days I like to be a little more hands-off just because the character has [evolved]. She's not quite the same parallel that I really felt in the first season. Jules was one step away from who I was. Now she's a few more steps away from me so I let [the makeup artists] take the reins more often. Which outdated beauty rule do you think it's time to retire for good? Beauty is such a fun space because at its core, it's about exploring and feeling good about yourself, but I do think maybe these days, there can be an overemphasis on perfection. Anyone who participates in beauty can recognise that to some degree. I hope that's something we can keep an eye on as a culture. Obviously, we love to go for 'perfect' looks sometimes, but I think perfection can also be sort of restraining as an idea, and potentially boring! There's so much beauty in imperfection and awkwardness. Those are things to embrace, just as much as ideals or perfectionism. For me, it's the whole anti-ageing narrative — it's tired... Some of my favourite style icons are people who are quite a few years older than me. I love looking to people who have been around much longer than me for inspiration. We should be excited about getting older. As far as I can tell, I'm liking life more as I grow older. We should embrace ageing. Do you think experience comes with age? I used to get Botox, but now I'm over it. Yeah! It's really interesting because it's like okay, we start this anti-ageing beauty journey — I am a fan of some things, I'm not saying [they're bad] — but it is something to be mindful of because at what point do you stop and start to embrace signs of ageing or whatnot? At least while I'm an actress, I want my face muscles to work, so that's something I want to avoid at least for the time being. Everyone has their own approach to it, but it's important to be able to emote. There's so much beauty in that and it's something I don't want to lose in the sort of beauty race for not ageing.
Newsweek
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
'Zelda' Movie Casting Rumors: Everything We Know
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Legend of Zeldais about to take a step from the video game screen to the big screen. A live-action film of the beloved video game, produced by creator Shigeru Miyamoto, was confirmed to be in development in 2023. This is what we know so far about the rumored castings for the film. The Context Created by Miyamoto and Takashi Tezuka in 1986, the Zelda game follows Link, an elf-like knight who fights to save the titular Princess Zelda from a demon-warlord named Ganon. The game is one of Nintendo's most popular franchises. Wes Ball, who directed the dystopian series The Maze Runner, will direct the film, and producer Avi Arad and screenwriter Derek Connolly are also attached to the project. Nintendo is set to partner with Sony to distribute the movie. The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom game for the Nintendo Switch (left). Hunter Schafer attends the HBO Max FYC event for "Euphoria" at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on April 20, 2022, in... The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom game for the Nintendo Switch (left). Hunter Schafer attends the HBO Max FYC event for "Euphoria" at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on April 20, 2022, in Los Angeles. More Business Wire/Emma McIntyre/WireImage Who Is Rumored To Be Cast In The 'Zelda' Movie? Casting for the live-action Legend of Zelda movie has been kept under wraps, and as of reporting, nothing has been officially confirmed. However, one name that has been thrown into the mix is Euphoria star Hunter Schafer. Fans have long shared that they think Schafer should be cast as Princess Zelda, with many arguing that the actress bears a striking resemblance to the cartoon princess. Schafer has commented on it, saying in 2023 that it would be "so cool" to play the role, according to Variety. The rumor mill about Schafer playing Zelda amped up after industry insider Daniel Richtman said in a blog post that she was being seriously considered for the role. Social media has reacted strongly to Schafer potentially being cast in the film because Schafer is trans. Some social media users expressed criticism of her potentially being cast in the role as a result, but many have spoken out in defense of Schafer, strongly supporting her casting. In a post viewed more than 2 million times on X, formerly Twitter, @SILENTPRINCESS wrote: "imagine being so bigoted you can't see this as the most perfect casting for princess zelda just because you're a tr*nsphobe." Schafer spoke out on social media earlier this year about the "harsh reality" of President Donald Trump's executive orders that have rolled back protections for trans people. "Trans people are beautiful," she said at the time. "We are never going to stop existing, I am never going to stop being trans, a letter on a passport can't change that." Patricia Summersett, who voiced Zelda in The Legenda of Zela: Breath of the Wild, Age of Calamity and Tears of the Kingdom, has also said that she would reprise her role in the live-action movie. Speaking to Games Radar in 2023, she said: "I would love to play Zelda over and over again." Another name that has been rumored for the titular role is A Minecraft Movie actress Emma Myers. Asked by Digital Spy if she would be interested in playing the role, she said: "I mean, whoever wants me in a video game movie." Other names that have popped up include Tom Holland, with the Spider-Man star having been a subject of frequent fan castings for the character of Link. Walker Scobell, who is known for his role in Percy Jackson and the Olympians,has also been suggested by fans. Another name floated by fans is Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, who fans have suggested could take on the role of Ganon. What People Are Saying Shigeru Miyamoto told Nintendo Investors in 2023 during a Q&A: "We face an extremely high hurdle in producing a film that will not disappoint the global fan base." Hunter Schafer, speaking about playing Zelda, per Variety: "I love the game, personally. I played it as a kid and I still play it now. Who knows! That would be pretty cool." What Happens Next The live-action remake of the Legend of Zelda will be released in cinemas on March 26, 2027.
